Job Description

ILOC Capability Insertion Specialist Grade: 6 Location: Taif, Saudi Arabia JOB PURPOSE BAE Systems is the UK Government's nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons. BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships. The Integrated Logistics Operation Centre (ILOC) Capability Insertion Specialist is a Contractor Manpower Substitution (CMS) role. The jobholder is part of a cross function, multi-disciplinary team which acts as the Single Point of Contact (SPoC) for the integration of Typhoon Fleet Engineering Operations across Typhoon Main Operating Bases and the Scheduled Maintenance and Upgrade Unit (SMU). In order to maintain and improve the capability of the RSAF Typhoon Fleet, the ILOC Capability Insertion Group are responsible for controlling, coordinating and managing the timely implementation of a range of new capabilities. The Group coordinate and manage both EA and DA capabilities, which can vary from Aircraft Phased Enhancements to minor Modifications, with the aim of ensuring that the capability is safe, fit for purpose, can be embodied and that all support requirements are understood. This provides the evidence and level of assurance required in order to recommend, or reject a Capability Insertion, with or without caveats. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES Coordinate future capabilities, low level modifications, Urgent Operational Requirements (UOR) and configuration control, with the aim of providing a standard and consistent suite of documentation that is timely, clear and fit for purpose for the RSAF. Controlling and coordinating Operational Readiness Reviews (ORRs), in order to assure the RSAF that the product is supportable and fit for purpose, providing feedback to the ILOC Manager at all times Plan tasks allocated to them by the ILOC Manager and Senior Capability Insertion Specialist, to ensure they meet the time and quality requirements of the Typhoon operation and the RSAF's Regulatory Framework for Logistics. Provide day to day liaison with the Typhoon stakeholder community to ensure that allocated tasks are correctly prioritised against established and emergent requirements. Maintaining a Capability Insertion tracker that details the progress of the Insertion as an end-to-end process, recording, tracking and reporting progress of tasks being managed to ensure schedules are achieved. Produce and distribute reports and returns as directed by ILOC Manager and Senior Capability Insertion Specialist. Assist in the preparation and distribution of reports as directed by ILOC Manager and Senior Capability Insertion Specialist, as well as assist in the preparation and delivery of the daily ILOC Brief to key stakeholders as directed. Maintain a force-wide Typhoon Specialist Authorizations Matrix (TEAM) and associated instructional specifications (IS), in accordance with TTP106. Responsible to the Senior Capability Insertion Specialist, assess, monitor and implement Continuous Improvement. Assessing, analysing and mapping the current processes, procedures, systems, environment, business interfaces and ways of working and their respective performance. Planning tasks to ensure they meet the time and quality requirements of the Typhoon operation and the Regulatory Framework for Logistics. Leading task planning and prioritisation meetings with appropriate Typhoon stakeholders. Provide day to day liaison with the Typhoon stakeholder community to ensure allocated tasks are correctly prioritised against established and emergent requirements. Recording, tracking and reporting progress of tasks being managed to ensure schedules are met, ensuring the Senior Capability Insertion Specialist is aware of any and all progress and issues. Producing and distributing ILOC Tasking Letters, MoDSAP requests, Technical Requests and any other ILOC communication as directed by the ILOC Manager. Encourage and champion Change Management and act as effective Change Agent. Provide counterpart development for all RSAF and civilian staff assigned to the ILOC in the form of coaching, consolidation and work experience. Undertaking any additional, reasonable, tasks as may from time to time be requested by TSC and RSAF management. RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION Essential Educated to HNC level, or have equivalent experience, or have transferable skills relevant to the Capability Insertion role. Experience of aircraft systems. Ability to plan and deliver tasks to demanding deadlines. Problem solving abilities, set and manage work direction in a rapidly changing environment. Skills to track and report on a large number of diverse activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision making process at all levels. Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. Desirable Familiarity with the TEPIDOIL concept. Experience in Typhoon, or other fast jet platform. Experience in an aircraft military support/maintenance environment. Have completed a recognised aircraft Engineering apprenticeship in industry/military or similar qualification in aircraft systems engineering. Experience of a computerised work recording and asset management system, such as ESS. Familiarity with the Teamcenter application as a user. Working knowledge of Microsoft Project. Previous experience in an Engineering operations environment. Experience of the qualification and certification process for product development. RECRUITMENT Ideally from within BAE Systems, or currently serving within the RAF/RSAF, to ensure familiarity with Typhoon and its data management requirements. Providing that the individual can meet the requirements of the recruitment specification above, candidates from all environments; internal, external, commercial/military are invited. EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia. SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities BAE Systems At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.